Rationale
Studying Engineering Technology enables students to create solutions to solve problems applying engineering, scientific and mathematical processes.
Through the study of the Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus, students develop knowledge and practical skills to deepen their understanding engineering principles, materials and mechanical analysis. This includes learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples who have used their Cultural Knowledges over millennia to develop engineered solutions and opportunities in their Cultures.
The exploration of engineering knowledge, principles and practices encourages students to investigate the social, ethical, and legal responsibilities inherent in the use of engineering processes to develop specialised solutions. Students learn to make informed, responsible decisions about the use of current and emerging technologies in engineering, with a focus on improving people's access to and participation in society.
The Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus builds on the Technology 7–8 Syllabus (2023) and allows students to apply knowledge to new situations to develop their practical and technical skills. Students have the opportunity to improve their project management skills through planning, collaboration, communicating ideas and engaging in an engineering process.
Equipped with knowledge and understanding about the complex relationships between engineered products, systems, environments and human activity, students consider the impact of engineering solutions on the individual and the environment. They expand their understanding of related industries and work environments, while developing skills that equip them for further education, vocational pathways and personal interests.